Richmond Population 2026
Richmond has a population of 35,854, making it the #1270 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Indiana. It is about 246× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
35,854
Rank in United States
#1270
Coordinates
39.83°N, 84.89°W
~299 m elevation · America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Distance to capital (Washington)
683 km
424 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Indiana
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis | 887,642 | #16 |
| Fort Wayne | 260,326 | #81 |
| Evansville | 119,943 | #245 |
| South Bend | 101,516 | #317 |
| Carmel | 88,713 | #383 |
| Bloomington | 84,067 | #427 |
| Hammond | 77,614 | #474 |
| Gary | 77,156 | #476 |
Cities near Richmond
- Oxford22,104 people · ~38 km away
- New Castle17,621 people · ~42 km away
- Trotwood24,096 people · ~50 km away
- Middletown48,760 people · ~55 km away
- Hamilton62,407 people · ~55 km away
- Muncie70,087 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Richmond?
Richmond has a population of 35,854 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1270 biggest city in United States.
What state is Richmond in?
Richmond is located in Indiana, United States.
Is Richmond the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 683 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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